From autonomous trucking systems to fleet management and telematics software, we break down the categories of tech companies bringing improved efficiency and safety to the trucking industry.
The trucking industry is often plagued by operational inefficiencies. For instance, having to wait to load and unload freight can delay shipments and keep truckers on the road longer — creating a higher chance of fatigue and accidents.
At the same time, rising fuel prices and a thinning labor force are pushing other industries like retail and pharma to favor privatized fleets that can better ensure timely delivery of goods to customers. For example, for Walmart, owning its fleet has been key to keeping prices down and ensuring products are in stock.
To successfully run a fleet, operators need to maintain high visibility into freight movement, optimize routes and schedules, and ensure compliance with driver regulations. They’re turning to tech solutions like transportation management and yard management systems to achieve this — as well as tech like AR/VR to train employees on skills like truck loading.
In the market map below, we identify 144 tech vendors across 14 different categories helping ensure faster, safer, and cheaper trucking journeys.
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